General Manager

About the role

Barry’s is the original strength and cardio interval fitness experience, founded in West Hollywood in 1998. The General Manager serves as the leader of a single Barry’s studio, responsible for overall operation, client experience, people management, and performance. A successful candidate is passionate about health and wellness, loves to lead alongside a team, and thrives in a fast-paced, people-filled setting.

Responsibilities

• Studio Operations
  • Oversee daily studio operations and studio management teams, including Front Desk, FuelBar, Retail, and Facilities operations.
  • Manage and drive studio performance, assess and meet key studio, retail, and FuelBar business performance metrics, and make informed business decisions.
  • Oversee all labor schedules to ensure proper coverage and alignment with budgeted hours.
  • Conduct regular inspections of all studio spaces and manage projects to ensure facilities are clean and updated; work with local and corporate leadership on facilities initiatives and repairs.
  • Maintain a working presence in studios, covering studio management shifts as needed to mentor employees and showcase brand skills.
  • Assist with new studio openings when necessary.
• Team Leadership
  • Manage communications with supervisors, peers, and subordinates to ensure all departments are properly supported.
  • Recruit, screen, and onboard new employees across all departments in partnership with studio management.
  • Analyze training levels across the studio to ensure consistency and proficiency in Barry’s hospitality standards.
  • Coach a team of motivated employees, conduct regular performance reviews, and address personnel concerns with the People and Culture Department.
  • Partner with the Director of Operations to source and hire new management candidates, develop a talent pipeline, and raise engagement from skilled team members.
• Community Marketing and Studio Dynamics
  • Partner with local and corporate marketing teams to ideate and implement brand initiatives with positive impact for clients and employees.
  • Develop and adjust client and corporate acquisition strategies for the studio.
  • Work with leadership to create and maintain a unified culture and high level of staff engagement.
• Company Culture
  • Uphold Barry’s community and culture standards, and live the company mission, vision, and values daily.
  • Represent the Barry’s brand within the studio and throughout the local fitness community.
  • Participate in enhancing the community with your studio and regional teams.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of fitness management or relevant related experience (hospitality, retail, food/beverage, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or equivalent experience.
• Financial acumen and the ability to understand and assess the financial impact of decisions.
• Availability for full-time work during non-traditional hours, including early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to train, lead, motivate, and delegate to a team of employees.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.
• Ability to work cooperatively with different personality types, departments, vendors, and clients.
• Exceptional written and oral communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented mindset with an eye for customer satisfaction.
• Strong negotiation, mediation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven dependability and reliability.
• Friendly, outgoing personality and a can-do, optimistic attitude.
• Professional in appearance and behavior at all times.
• Enthusiasm for the Barry’s brand.
• Ability to kneel, bend, reach, climb, and stand for long durations of time.
• Ability to move and lift equipment and supplies of 30+ pounds.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $80,000 - $85,000 USD per year (Williamsburg).